The numerous archaeological sites from all five continents are under threat of armed conflict, looting and degradation by man and the passing of time, as well as natural disasters. In view of this, safeguarding, protecting and securing ever greater knowledge of this universal heritage is essential.

On 7 November 2016, the Prime Minister will convene an interministerial tourism committee, in line with actions from the government and industry professionals since the Assises du tourisme (tourism conference) in October 2013.

During the sixth Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD VI) held in Nairobi, Kenya, France and Japan organized a joint event on 26 August dedicated to their common efforts in Africa.